insist
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But they were unable to do so, while the head of Dassault Aviation continued to insist that the firm could go it alone on the project and was not in favour of it being "co-managed".
From Barron's • Jun. 8, 2026
But both men insist it will not be difficult to separate their personal friendship from their professional focus - which on Sunday will be winning a Grand Slam title for the first time.
From BBC • Jun. 6, 2026
“And we insist that China respect our longstanding position in the region.”
From The Wall Street Journal • May 30, 2026
White House officials insist that IndyCar and the UFC are extremely popular with everyday Americans: the race and the fights will be exuberant celebrations of patriotism and pride, they say.
From Los Angeles Times • May 29, 2026
“But we insist that you need it. For your future healing.”
From "The Light in Hidden Places" by Sharon Cameron
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